Source: ‘Ruff’ justice: Supreme Court rules for disabled girl, service dogThe proverb “every dog has its day” came true at the Supreme Court Wednesday for the family of a 13-year-old girl with cerebral palsy and her goldendoodle, Wonder.
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North Carolina opens ABLE accounts program | The Wichita Eagle
Source: North Carolina opens ABLE accounts program | The Wichita EagleU.S. Sen. Richard Burr and North Carolina Treasurer Dale Folwell come together in Washington to celebrate new ABLE accounts, tax-advantaged savings programs for people with disabilities.
Will the Trump administration slash Social Security benefits?
President Donald Trump’s pick to run the Office of Management and Budget has had some rocky moments during his Senate hearings. Democrats questioned South Carolina Congressman John Mulvaney about his failure to pay federal taxes for a nanny, an issue that has previously thwarted some nominees for high posts. Defense hawks also haven’t forgotten his willingness to cut the Pentagon budget.Source: Will the Trump administration slash Social Security benefits?
Projection says Social Security facing $32 trillion shortfall | WPXI
Projection says Social Security facing $32 trillion shortfallSource: Projection says Social Security facing $32 trillion shortfall | WPXI
A very simple ‘Minimum Benefit’ idea for Social Security
Source: A very simple ‘Minimum Benefit’ idea for Social SecurityEliminating the actuarial reduction for a portion of benefits provides a basic income.
The potty-training expulsion that got a N.J. school sued by the state – The Washington Post
Source: The potty-training expulsion that got a N.J. school sued by the state – The Washington Post“The company’s hardline corporate decision has harmed this child and her entire family,” New Jersey Attorney General Christopher Porrino said.
Former Home Depot Employee Files Disability Discrimination Lawsuit – Law Firm Newswire
San Francisco, CA (Law Firm Newswire) October 27, 2016 – A former merchandizer who began working at Home Depot inSource: Former Home Depot Employee Files Disability Discrimination Lawsuit – Law Firm Newswire
Disability No Reason To Deny Organ Transplants, Lawmakers Say – Disability Scoop
Members of Congress are pressing the Obama administration to issue guidance clarifying that life-saving organ transplants should not be denied because of a person’s developmental disability.Source: Disability No Reason To Deny Organ Transplants, Lawmakers Say – Disability Scoop
Uber Improving Access For Wheelchair Users – Disability Scoop
Source: Uber Improving Access For Wheelchair Users – Disability ScoopIn an effort to get more accessible vehicles on the road, the popular ride-sharing service is offering financial incentives to drivers.
Closed Social Security offices, furloughed staff under GOP cuts, agency warns – The Washington Post
